When I arrived at XMandarin, I honestly felt overwhelmed. Everything was new, the language, the culture, even just buying something at the supermarket felt complicated.
The first few weeks were tough. I made so many mistakes when speaking, and sometimes I just wanted to give up. But the teachers were so patient, and little by little, things got easier.
After six months, I’m proud to say I can handle daily conversations, make jokes in Chinese, and even understand some local dialect words! It’s not perfect, and I still have a lot to learn, but I feel confident now.
Outside of classes, joining the activities helped me a lot. It wasn’t just about studying, it was about making friends, laughing together when we mixed up words, discovering Qingdao, and feeling part of something.
Learning Chinese is not easy. There are days when you doubt yourself. But if you keep going, one day you realize you’re understanding and speaking without thinking too much. That’s an incredible feeling.
If you’re ready to be patient with yourself, XMandarin is a great place to start the journey